Range Hoods
Filter range hoods have a tightly coiled mesh filter that traps grease and oil, but reduces the fans power. Also the grease and dirt builds up and the filter becomes smelly and ineffective until replaced. Cyclone`s filter-less range hoods do not recycle air into the house but rather use grease cups that collect the grease for convenient disposal. Charcoal filters recycles the air rather than having it vented outside of the house, and are much less effective and powerful than both filter-less range hoods and those with mesh filters.
Installing a Cyclone Range Hood is fairly straightforward and each machine does come with detailed installation instructions. However installing a range hood on ones own is not recommended for those who are novices in electrical or handy work.
An under-mount range hood fits underneath the cabinetry, secured to the bottom of the lower shelf. The ductwork is hidden by the cabinetry and vents through the shelves and to outside of the house. A canopy range hood is secured to the wall above the stove, and has a large venting shaft that extends upwards into the ceiling. There is no cabinetry as the canopy hood takes up all of the space above it.
The power of a range hood is measured by how many cubic-feet-per-minute (CFM) of air the machine can draw.
There are many factors to consider when purchasing a range hood. The power, or amount of (CFM) cubic-feet-per-minute that the machine can draw is very important along with the relative noise level. The style, colour, material, and overall aesthetics of the fan should be considered, as should the functionality of the fan, such as whether or not it requires a filter. The specific features that a particular fan boasts are important as well such as the warranty, digital control panels, the number of fan speeds, and self-cleaning features.
To clean and maintain a Cyclone range hood there are a number of options. First, you can spray a mixture of dishwasher soap and water into the fan blades while the machine is running. The soapy water will run the same path through the machine as the grease, effectively cleaning all of its internal components, and be dispensed in the grease traps for convenient disposal. Second, and most effective, is to manually take the machine apart and thoroughly clean each part by hand. As for the exterior of the machine it is as simple as wiping the surface areas with a damp clothe, buffing it to a nice shine.
The function of a range hood is to prevent flare ups from the cooking surface from burning or in extreme case catching the cabinets above the cook top on fire. Range hood can also provide ventilation, helping to clear the cooking area of smoke, steam, odours, and grease generated from the indoor cooking. Carbon monoxide, methane and nitrogen oxide are all produced from the combustion of natural gas.
The stainless steel used in Cyclone range hoods range from 24 – 22 gauge. The only exception being our DCB series of hoods which are quite thick:
The automatic timer can be set from 3 to 9 minutes. The fan will run until the timer ends and the unit shuts off automatically.
For detailed information re: mounting height, read the article, How High Should You Mount Your Range Hood?
For detailed information re: mounting height, read the article, How High Should You Mount Your Range Hood?
For everything related to CFM, please refer to the article, What is ‘CFM’ and How Does it Impact Choosing a Range Hood.
Your range hood should generally match the width of your cooktop, ie. a 30” wide cooktop pairs with a 30” wide range hood.
Some range hoods are called “convertible” hoods in that they can be vented outside the home/apartment or have the air recirculated through a charcoal filter to remove odours.
For everything you need to know about sones please refer to, Sones: What You Need to Know Before Your Purchase a Range Hood.
Yes, absolutely. If, for example, you had a 24” or 30” width OTR you could replace it with a 24” or 30” under mount range hood.
Yes, we have a number of inserts ranging from 250 CFM to 1200 CFM. Go to Inserts Main Page
Yes, we own our factory and can design and build custom hoods to meet a project or markets specific requirements, including size, CFM, style, material etc.
For information on cleaning your range hood filters, please refer to article, Tips for Cleaning and Maintaining Your Range Hood.
Baffle filters are made from a 24 gauge, 304 grade stainless steel and should last for as long as you own the hood. Replacing one may be required in the event that it becomes damaged. Mesh filters on the other hand are made from sandwiched layers of aluminum mesh. These are less durable and may become discoloured, clogged or damaged and may require replacing more often to ensure your range hood is operating at peak performance.
Please refer to article, Tips fo Cleaning and Maintaining Your Range Hood.
For Cyclone’s warranty please refer to the Product Registration Page.
Please refer to the article, Selecting the Ideal Range Hood To Match Your Unique Cooking Needs
Cyclone is proud to offer a wide array of range hoods. Our hoods are separated into four broad categories: Undermount / Wall Mount / Insert / Island
Some range hoods are called “convertible” or “recirculating” hoods in that they can be vented outside the home/apartment or have the air recirculated through charcoal filters to remove odours.
Some range hoods are called “convertible” hoods in that they can be vented outside the home/apartment or have the air recirculated through charcoal filters to remove odours.
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If you have an issue with your Cyclone product please fill out the Service Request Form on our website.
If you have an issue with your Cyclone product and require a service visit from a technician please fill out the Service Request Form on our website.
Make-up air is additional air that you may require if you run a high-CFM hood often or for long periods of time. If you suck too much air out of your kitchen, it creates negative air pressure and will affect how your hood functions. To address this issue, purchase a make-up air kit that directs fresh air air from outside your home, which will recirculate throughout your kitchen.
We welcome professional retailers and installers to join our authorized dealer network. This program is for bulk orders of 5-10 range hoods at a time. As a Cyclone Range Hoods direct dealer, you have access to our full product line, volume pricing and unmatched customer support. Please email us at info@cyclonerangehoods.com to get in touch with a sales manager.